Il Sun Yoo

Il Sun Yoo is an Assistant Professor of Accounting at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa's Shidler College of Business. His research focuses on corporate disclosures, supply chain finance, regulatory impacts, and technology adoption within accounting contexts. He holds a PhD in Management (Accounting) from the University of California, Irvine (2023), with prior degrees from UC Irvine and Konkuk University.

Dr. Yoo's work explores intersections between corporate communication strategies and external environments, including legal frameworks (e.g., anti-SLAPP laws) and technological advancements. His recent studies address topics like disclosure effects on supplier payments, gender diversity reporting, and AI's influence on financial analysis productivity. He is affiliated with initiatives like the Hawaii Accounting Research Conference (HARC) and actively contributes to doctoral training programs.

• Education:
  • Ph.D., Management (Accounting), UC Irvine (2023)
  • Master of Professional Accountancy, UC Irvine (2018)
  • B.A., Business Administration, Konkuk University (2011)

His research has been recognized through awards including the FARS Excellence in Reviewing Award (2021, 2025) and Deloitte Foundation Fellowships. He teaches graduate courses in auditing and systems (ACC 460D) and introductory accounting (ACC 210).

Current projects include examining tech industry subsidies' impact on accounting labor markets and analyzing the unintended consequences of tax reforms on supply chains. He collaborates with institutions like the AAA and maintains an active presence in academic conferences.